There’s a reason hydrating essences are so popular in Korea: They make skin brighter, dewier, and they layer seamlessly. Donginbi Daily Defense Essence EX is as light as water and rich in firming red ginseng for happy, hydrated, bouncy skin. It is a nourishing prep step that floods skin with moisture. “As someone with rosacea, I’m constantly looking for over-the-counter solutions, alongside my Rx, to tame my constant rosiness. This lightweight essence — packed with anti-inflammatory ginseng and hydrating ceramides — does the trick twice a day,” says associate digital beauty director Sarah Kinonen.

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